noun
- Plural of huipil; a traditional sleeveless or short-sleeved tunic or blouse worn by women in Mexico and Central America, typically decorated with embroidery or woven patterns.
Usage: Also spelled huipil (singular) or huipiles (plural); Cultural garment from indigenous Mesoamerican traditions
Examples
- The women wore colorful huipiles embroidered with traditional patterns.
- She purchased several huipiles at the market in Oaxaca.
- The huipiles displayed intricate designs passed down through generations.
- Indigenous communities continue to wear huipiles as part of their cultural identity.
- The museum exhibited a collection of antique huipiles from different regions of Mexico.